Homes For Sale In Center City

Center City PA Real Estate includes the central business district and central neighborhoods of Philadelphia. These neighborhoods include Penn’s Landing, Old City, Society Hill, South Street, Washington Square West, Market East, Chinatown, Logan Circle, the Museum District, Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square, the Avenue of the Arts and Jewelers’ Row. With something for everyone, it is easy to see why many people call Center City PA Real Estate their home.

Welcome to The Laurel. Named for Pennsylvania~s state flower, The Laurel introduces a lifestyle worthy of this final residential opportunity on prestigious Rittenhouse Square. With hotel-like amenities included for all owners, we offer the carefree enjoyment of city living. The meticulously curated array of services and amenities include an indoor and outdoor saltwater pool along with a stunning club room and expansive terrace overlooking the Square. ~Above it All~ with panoramic vistas of city and sky, The Laurel will be the tallest all residential building in Philadelphia. The Park View Estate is a half floor made up of approximately 4700 square feet was designed to satisfy the most discerning homeowner. The elegant double door entry opens up to a formal living/dining area with unparalleled southern views. To the east, with breathtaking views of the Delaware River, A chef's dream kitchen awaits offering cabinetry by Hans Krug, an oversized kitchen island with Quartz countertops waterfall edges, a large vaulted sink with Dornbracht faucet, Miele dishwasher and under-counter drawer microwave. The appliance package includes a Sub-Zero integrated refrigerator, a Wolf gas cooktop, state of the art steam oven and full size convection oven. The southwest wing of The Park View has been dedicated to the owner~s suite. This carefully designed suite offers a spacious bedroom with sitting area and a private balcony where views of sunset can be enjoyed at the end of each day. There is an abundance of closet space, private den and an elegant bath. Our on-site Sales Gallery is open 7 days a week and is located at 1845 Walnut Street, Suite 1911. You can schedule an appointment with us Monday-Friday 10:00AM-6:00PM and Saturday-Sunday 11:00AM-5:00PM at 215-977-9777

500 Walnut , Philadelphia's most exclusive residential tower is located directly across from Independence Hall and the surrounding parks. Developed by the acclaimed Scannapieco Development Corporation, developers who have garnished a reputation for being Phila's ultra-luxury developer, this tower will feature only 34 residences for the ultimate in privacy, a fully automated parking system of 85 spaces including the country's first induction charging for electric cars and a host of world class amenities including a guest suite and a 4,000 square foot treetop terrace overlooking Independence Hall. There will be a full service concierge and doorman as well as a Tesla town car and driver available to take you wherever you need to go within the city or to the airport or train station. All designed to create a wonderful lifestyle without compromising space. Take one of the high speed priority service elevator that will open to your private foyer which serves as the entrance to this spectacular This 4300 square foot residence with unprecedented views of the birthplace of America to the north, the river to the east and the sun drenched views to the south. The condo will feature, high ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, a vented gas fireplace, 3 bedrooms, plus a den that could be a fourth bedroom and there is a media room as well, laundry room and 3.5 baths. There are two terraces, one to the south off of the master bedroom perfect for enjoying that morning cup of coffee and an expansive 20 foot long by 8 1/2 foot deep balcony off of the main living perfect for entertaining. This is city living with the luxury of spaciousness. While 500 Walnut offers a choice of exquisite floor plans, they also recognize that you may have your own ideas. That's why they are the only developer in Philadelphia who invites you to have your own architect work in tandem with their team to help you create a home that is unmistakably yours. 500 Walnut is the perfection of every concept of luxury living that has gone before it. The stately building sits elegantly at the corner of 5th and Walnut Streets and is in close proximity to the neighborhood's best restaurants, cafes, boutiques, cutting edge design stores, and all major transportation. Enjoy style, comfort and convenience right in the heart of Society Hill's most sought-after zip code! Call for appointment ?

Location, location, location! One of only two townhomes on Rittenhouse Square; the home boasts magnificent, unobstructed views of The Square. The residence has 20~ of frontage along Rittenhouse Square and extends all the way back to Manning Street where there is access to a private, underground 2-car tandem garage. The first floor of the townhome features a foyer, study, entertainment room with wet bar, a second study or den and a powder room. The second floor of the townhome has a living room with working fireplace; dining room with working fireplace and ceiling mural done by a well-known European church painter; kitchen with granite countertops, custom stainless cabinets, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and an island; and a powder room~The third floor offers three bedrooms (currently being used as one bedroom, a dressing room and an exercise room) , a media room with built-in bookcases, a full bathroom and a powder room~The fourth floor is a large master suite with curved wall architectural detail and three porthole windows. The lower level of the house is home to a two car tandem garage, laundry room, full bathroom and storage room. There is an atrium over the central staircase that runs the height of the home; the top of the atrium has a custom Charles Ross sculpture. All finishes, details and appointments were custom designed and installed for this house and are of the highest quality.

Overlooking beautiful Rittenhouse Square, this exquisite home in the Barclay Condominium is a blend of old-world elegance and modern-day amenities delivering the finest in city living. Located in the center of the upscale Rittenhouse area of Center City and surrounded by a variety of fine restaurants and boutiques, Philadelphia's most prestigious residence offers its owners the security and convenience of a private fitness center, 24hr door staff and a chauffeur driven Mercedes S550. The home itself features both expansive entertaining spaces and intimate gathering spaces all flowing off the dramatic central gallery. The custom kitchen features a Viking gas range with built-in grill and warming oven, Sub-Zero refrigerators with multiple freezer drawers, granite counters, marble floors, ample cabinetry and wet bar/prep kitchen complete with wine fridge and separate ice maker. The expansive master suite is enhanced with a sitting area, private gym/bonus space, dressing room and sprawling master bath equipped with impressive multi-head marble steam shower and whirlpool tub. A large private office is accessible from a completely separate entrance off the building's east hallway or through the secret password protected entrance in the master bedroom wing. All four bedrooms include beautifully detailed ensuite bathrooms and full southern exposure to ensure voluminous light at all times of the day. The library and living room overlook the mature trees of Rittenhouse Square, offering breathtaking sunsets. This stunning residence recently completed an extensive two-year renovation touching on every surface and mechanical system from the floorboards up. Smart house technology accessible on in-wall touch screens and iPads throughout the home seamlessly integrate the whole-house audio and video systems, four zone high velocity climate controls, programmable lighting, telephone system, keyless entry and security cameras. Absolutely every detail has been seen to.

Located in luxurious and prominent 1706 - this modern building offers the combination of luxury & privacy - an exclusive 31 story, 31 unit building. Unit 801 is spectacular, fully renovated & offering 4,200+/- sq ft including 4 bedrooms with gorgeous views from every room. Take the keyed elevator to your inviting and private entryway, leading directly to a spacious and spectacular living room, with floor-to-ceiling windows & French doors that access the stunning terrace. This modern layout allows for indoor & outdoor entertaining with multiple patios. Extraordinary exposure & views pour in from every direction. A dramatic, sun-filled interior with 10' ceilings & gorgeous wide-plank oak floors. The sleek & refined chef's kitchen features a large eat-in dining nook, stunning city views, an extremely functional center island, beautiful custom cabinetry, quartz counters, & high-end appliances. Entertain in your new dining room - ideally sized for small intimate parties or large gatherings featuring doors out to your private terrace. Master suite will truly be your own sanctuary with custom walk-in closets & a spa-like en-suite bathroom. The master bath features a soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanity, marble floors, & luxurious fixtures. Two additional bedrooms with sun-lit exposures share a bath & have great closets. The 4th bedroom is currently a Home Theater & screening room. Other features include marble power room, zoned central HVAC system, & automated underground parking for 2 cars. 1706 Rittenhouse Square is the exclusive doorman condominium building in Philadelphia. It is where you want to live in Center City & was designed by Cecil Baker, completed in 2011. Residents enjoy an impressive array of building amenities including full-time doorman, a heated indoor pool, private health club, steam rooms, saunas, bike rooms, & on-site parking. The prime Rittenhouse Square location is in close proximity to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the new Rodin Museum, many of the worlds finest contemporary art galleries, & some of Philadelphia's best restaurants & shops.

Meet the newest Luxury building in Philadelphia- The Laurel is the last opportunity to own a new condominium on historic Rittenhouse Square. The striking glass tower soring 48 stories is a masterpiece of contemporary architecture designed to inspire. The Laurel offers quarter floor Sky Residences, half floor Estates and full-floor customizable Penthouses. Paired with an incomparable array of elevated amenities and personalized services, each residence fulfills a vision for the ultimate in contemporary condominium living. The City View Estate is a 3700 square foot unit located on the north side of the Laurel and offers views in 3 directions. The grand entrance opens to the spectacular views of our city skyline. With breathtaking views of the Delaware River in the morning and skyline views at night, this home has no equal. A chef's dream kitchen awaits offering cabinetry by Hans Krug, an oversized kitchen island with Quartz countertops waterfall edges, a large vaulted sink with Dornbracht faucet, Miele dishwasher and under-counter drawer microwave. The appliance package includes a Sub-Zero integrated refrigerator, a Wolf gas cooktop, state of the art steam oven and full size convection oven. To the west, you will enjoy an expansive master suite with a balcony perfectly placed for relaxing and gazing at the sunset after a long day. Featuring two large dressing rooms and a master bath this home is sure to WOW! The master bathroom includes an expansive shower with Fantini shower fixtures. The luxurious freestanding soaking tub sits atop stunning marble floors surrounded by floor to ceiling porcelain walls. Our half floor units include a secondary entrance through the laundry room with full size Maytag washer and vented dryer. Our on-site Sales Gallery is open 7 days a week and is located at 1845 Walnut Street, Suite 1911. You can schedule an appointment with us Monday-Friday 10:00AM-6:00PM and Saturday-Sunday 11:00AM-5:00PM at 215-977-9777

I knew the moment I entered that house it was the right one. The house itself is beautiful in its simplicity and its lines. It is a French house, more than a century old... - Pearl S. Buck, Nobel Prize Winner Built in 1860 in the Federal Style and later recast in the Beaux Arts style, with a magnificent limestone fa~ade, by the Philadelphia architectural firm of DeArmond, Ashmead & Bickley. The home was purchased in 1964 as the home of Pearl Buck and the Pearl S. Buck foundation. It was in this Center City house where Nobel prize winner, Ms. Buck, the women's right crusader, philanthropist, humanitarian and author compiled her 1972 short story collection, Once upon a Christmas among others. One enters the home to a magnificent entrance hall/reception area. There is a sweeping staircase, a huge eat- in kitchen that seats eight and two islands, one butcher block, and one granite. The second floor features a Living Room, formal octagon shaped Dining Room and Sun Room. There are four bedrooms including a sumptuous master suite, plus a family room, five full baths, four powder rooms, garage, three balconies, elevator, 2 gas fireplaces, 2 wood burning fireplaces, wine cellar, gym, storage, 2 offices, catering kitchen, and dumbwaiter. Exquisite renovations started in 2006 and completed in 2008, by the present owners in conjunction with interior designer, Malcolm Eisenberg. The scrollwork door made by American master blacksmith and metal designer Samuel Yellin.

This classic 1814 Federal Style Society Hill mansion captures the soul of historic Philadelphia. Value begins at its almost 26' width, 14' ceilings, original pine floors, restored plaster mouldings and sweeping staircase that rises softly from floor to floor. The home's east/west exposures and large paned windows (3-across) insure bright natural light throughout the home. The grand Federal proportions offer elegance to any personal style of living or entertaining. Of course, its marbled baths, elevator service to all five floors and Clive Christian kitchen seamlessly deliver the modern luxury you'd expect from this caliber of home. The chandeliered entry foyer gives way to the grand hallway which features an original work of art by White House muralist Zuber & Cie. The hallway is the home's gateway to both its public and private areas. The first floor is home to both formal living and dining rooms; both complete with antique crystal chandeliers and gas burning fireplaces. In addition, the hallway provides access to the grand stairs, elevator, powder room and fabulous eat-in chef's kitchen which overlooks a formal garden with fountain and immediate access to your parking. Halfway up the staircase you'll find a family/den/library room for more casual living, complete with custom wood cabinetry and powder room. Up another ~ floor to the 2nd is master suite with fireplace, his & her walk-in closets and luxurious marble bathroom. This floor is also home to a private office. Up to the 3rd floor you'll find a guest suite w/ marbled bath, two additional bedrooms and full bath along with storage upon storage. The 4th floor is set up with a custom wet bar, media room, half bath, greenhouse and spectacular views of the city and bridges. The 1,980 sq. ft. lower level has been beautifully renovated and home to an au pair suite w/ full bath, large multipurpose room, sauna and gym. Also includes One (1)gated car parking at $1,250 a year

Rarely available entire floor showplace at the highly coveted 1706 Rittenhouse, only one-half block from Rittenhouse Square. This 3 bedroom plus den, 2.5 bathroom showcases 360-degree city views from walls of windows in all rooms. Enter the condominium directly off the secure elevator into a private vestibule. A set of French doors opens into a sun-soaked living room offering several gallery walls, space for multiple seating areas, a Juliet balcony and see-forever views to the south. Open to the living room is a formal dining room providing access to a 16' balcony. There is a chef's kitchen boasting a large breakfast nook, incredible cabinet and counter space, large breakfast bar, tile floor, granite countertops and commercial grade appliances including a Wolf range, wall oven and microwave and Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer. The other side of the residence features a luxurious corner master bedroom suite with custom built wall and walk-in closets and a bathroom appointed in marble with a double vanity, private commode, soaking tub and seamless glass enclosed walk-in shower. One guest bedroom enjoys sunrise city views to the east and skyline views to the north with easy access to a full hall bathroom. The other guest bedroom was most recently used as an art studio and can easily be converted into a bedroom suite with the addition of a bathroom. There is recessed lighting throughout and there are hardwood floors in the foyer, living room and dining room and carpet in the bedrooms and den. Additional home highlights include a den/office, powder room, laundry room with utility sink and side-by-side washer and dryer, and a utility room with access to the service elevator. One parking space in the building's garage and one storage space are included. Residents enjoy amenities that are second to none, including a 24-hour doorman, automated parking garage, heated indoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, chauffeur driven 700-Series BMW and landscaped garden with Koi pond. Rittenhouse Square is ranked the 6th best neighborhood in North America by Places Rated Almanac. There are 175 restaurants and 199 retailers within a three block radius. 1706 is within close walking distance to the Market Street office corridor, The Avenue of the Arts and University City. 30th Street Station and Philadelphia International Airport are only minutes away.

Located directly on Rittenhouse Square in The Barclay Condominium, this stunning residence?the combination of two homes?blends modern updates with restored original details. While there is direct access between the units, they can easily be separated by closing a door and using their respective hallway entrances. Condominium 16B is a corner three bedroom plus den, three and a half bathroom with unobstructed Rittenhouse Square views to the west and sun-filled views of the city to the south. There is a grand gallery running the length of the home with 10' ceilings. A large living room, library/den with wet bar and bedroom suite all offer direct views onto Rittenhouse Square. On the other side of the living room is a sun-soaked formal dining room which leads into the chef's kitchen. The Bulthaup designed kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a huge center island with breakfast bar, and high-end appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, two Miele dishwashers, and Gaggenau wall ovens. The entire rear of the condominium is a lavish master suite boasting his and hers bathrooms and an entire dressing room. Additional home highlights include an additional bedroom, powder room and laundry room. Condominium 16C is currently configured as a one bedroom, one and a half bathroom with an office or second bedroom. No detail has been left undone in this one-of-a-kind residence?all moldings, millwork, flooring, lighting and built-ins are beautifully designed and customized for this home.

Classic Federal style Delancey Place townhome--built in the 1860s--on one of Philadelphia~s most beloved blocks, only steps from Rittenhouse Square. While every inch of the home has been thoughtfully modernized, the residence also boasts restored original architectural details throughout. The brick fa~ade of 1830 Delancey Place reaches four stories high and three windows wide (approximately 20~). Highlights of the home include five bedrooms, four full bathrooms and two half bathrooms, two dens, an elevator that stops on every floor, beautifully landscaped backyard patio and roof deck, eight gas fireplaces with carved ornamental mantels, exquisite plaster and millwork, and a two car tandem garage. All finishes, appointments, and details are of the finest quality and design, from the flooring, moldings, lighting, hardware, window treatments and beyond. Enter 1830 Delancey Place at street level through a pair of handsome double wood doors into a vestibule leading to the foyer. To the right of the foyer is the formal living room featuring two oversized windows looking onto Delancey Place, a wall of bookshelves and a gas fireplace. The formal dining room sits beyond the living room, connected by a small hallway with powder room, and offers a wall of built-in china cabinets, a gas fireplace and French doors that open to the back and side yard landscaped patio. The rear of the first floor houses the chef~s eat-in kitchen, complete with herringbone wood floors, two tone wood cabinetry, Carrera marble countertops, a large island with seating, gas fireplace, raised breakfast nook with bookshelves and hidden coffee station, and a concealed desk area. Kitchen appliances include a paneled Sub-Zero side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, full size Sub-Zero wine refrigerator, Miele paneled dishwasher and stainless steel Dacor double wall over and gas cooktop. The striking central staircase located in the foyer leads to the second floor which has a den/library offering a wall of bookshelves, gas fireplace, and original leaded windows and plaster walls. Right outside the den is a laundry room with a Whirpool side-by-side washer and dryer and utility sink and also a wall of hidden paneled closets. The front of the second floor is comprised of the luxurious master suite. The bedroom is lined with walls of floor-to-ceiling custom closets and built-ins and also has a custom fit-out walk-in closet. The bathroom is appointed in marble and has his-and-hers vanities, an oversized shower with frameless glass door, a private commode, linen closet and fireplace. The third floor of the townhome features a wood-paneled library/den with a wood coffered ceiling, a wall of bookshelves and fireplace, as well as a powder room and wet bar in the hallway. There are also two bedroom suites, each with great closet space and full bathrooms. One of the bedrooms has a fireplace. The fourth floor offers two more bedrooms, one currently setup as a home office with walls of custom built-ins, and a full hall bathroom. It also provides access to the ~425 square foot landscaped stone paver roof deck. The lower level of the home provides access to the two car tandem garage with an entrance on Panama Street, a large coat closet, mechanical room and temperature controlled wine room.

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